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The NYTimes data geeks put together this enlightening marvel: a video of all the medalists in the Olympic’s history running simultaneously the 100m sprint. Also, do check out their other two all-the-medalists features: the long jump and the 100m freestyle, where the differences in time and performance are much greater. If only all data information graphics could be this clear.

What was memorable and distinctive from Salt Lake city in 2002? Or Syndey in 2000? Vancouver’s games 2 years ago was bland, conservative and forgetful. I do hope that the haters who were firmly against this graphic branding a few years ago when it came out have now seen and realized [or will realize in a week] that: once in context, no it ain’t so bad; i guess being different may be good; sure, it does evoke our times and the host city’s culture; the colors are actually quite fun and lively, etc…

I can’t believe it took this long but Nike just released their Nike+ GPS app for iPhone (iTunes link). It now tracks your run on google maps via GPS, giving you the possibility to re-run the same path against yourself, informing you of a further, faster, longer performance. The app’s design beats adidas’ MiCoach system (iTunes link), which was the first mover till yesterday but in my opinion overly complicated and expensive. I still think it’s incredible that yesterday’s shoe manufacturers now have to develop software to compete.

Demand for earplugs to protect from hearing loss during the World Cup outstripped supply, with many pharmacies running out of stock. Neil van Schalkwyk, manufacturer of the plastic vuvuzela, began selling earplugs to fans.